Sweet and Sour Pork II

Tender strips of pork bathed in a lusciously thick sweet and sour sauce.

INGREDIENTS (for 8 servings):

1/4 cup shortening

2 cups water

2 cubes chicken bouillon

1/2 teaspoon salt

3 (20 ounce) cans pineapple chunks, drained with juice reserved

3/4 cup brown sugar

1 tablespoon cornstarch

3 tablespoons soy sauce

3/4 cup white vinegar

1 1/2 teaspoons salt

2 green bell pepper, cut into 1 inch long strips

1/2 cup thinly sliced onions

3 pounds lean and boneless pork loin, cut into 2 1/2 inch strips

PREPARATION:

Slice the pork into 2 inch by 1/2 inch strips. Melt the shortening in a large frying pan or skillet over medium heat. Add pork and cook, stirring constantly, until pork browns. Add water, bouillon cubes and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Mix well and cover; simmer until tender, about 1 hour.